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LAKELAND, FL 33801

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Polk County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
101
⇩ 23.5% vs 132 last year
Pending
25
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$256,000
⇩ 11.6% vs $289,475 last year
Average Price
$269,316
⇩ 11.3% vs $303,488 last year
Days on Market
84
⇧ 16.7% vs 72 days last year

Market Context

Population: 33,861  ·  Density: 690.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $45,932

Typical home value: $123,999  ·  Homeownership: 48.5%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The LAKELAND, FL real estate market (33801) currently shows 101 active listings, with 25 pending sales. Homes are averaging 84 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 31 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 84 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 11.6% year-over-year, from $289,475 to $256,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 101 this year vs 132 last year
  • Days on market: 84 now vs 72 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $256,000 (-11.6% YoY)
  • Average: $269,316 (-11.3% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 16.4 miles — 2,085 listings ($843,175,378 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
33801Lakeland, FL 338010.0 mi101$27,200,916$256,000$269,316
33803Lakeland, FL 338033.3 mi134$60,526,326$344,500$451,689
33812Lakeland, FL 338124.7 mi62$33,902,158$460,000$546,809
33823Auburndale, FL 338236.1 mi247$105,438,619$373,495$426,877
33813Lakeland, FL 338136.7 mi172$86,463,368$439,900$502,694
33811Lakeland, FL 338118.7 mi148$52,978,672$337,231$357,964
33810Lakeland, FL 3381010.8 mi231$99,492,624$358,250$430,704
33881Winter Haven, FL 3388111.9 mi247$76,112,803$290,000$308,149
33830Bartow, FL 3383012.2 mi157$58,545,928$337,478$372,904
33884Winter Haven, FL 3388414.0 mi394$134,959,578$310,000$342,537
33868Polk City, FL 3386815.4 mi90$49,493,790$484,950$549,931
33565Plant City, FL 3356516.3 mi101$57,771,596$473,870$571,996
33849Kathleen, FL 3384916.4 mi1$289,000$289,000$289,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAKELAND, FL 33801?

As of January 2026, there are 101 active listings in LAKELAND, FL (zip code 33801), compared to 132 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAKELAND, FL 33801?

The median listing price in LAKELAND, FL 33801 is $256,000 as of January 2026, a 11.6% decrease from $289,475 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in LAKELAND, FL?

Homes in LAKELAND, FL 33801 spend an average of 84 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 72 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAKELAND, FL 33801?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LAKELAND, FL 33801 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 31 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 84 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in LAKELAND, FL?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LAKELAND, FL 33801 save an estimated $5,120 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $256,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.